Location: Atenas, Alajuela, Costa Rica, Central America (25 min. drive from airport, 25 minute walk to the town plaza) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 5)
Keywords: House
FULLY FURNISHED HOME in quiet, upscale Atenas community.
Watch toucans, motmots and oropendula fly about while enjoying your breakfast on the tiled veranda (lanai) with a sweeping vista of the Central Valley below, mountains in the distance and a small patch of rainforest 30ft/9 meters to the west.
Keep your eyes open for the iguanas that roam the property. Seek out the orchids about to bloom in the small orchid grotto. Photograph butterflies fighting for a turn on the flowers planted especially for them. You may even spot three toed sloths and monkeys in the adjacent patch of forest.
National Geographic: Atenas 'has the best climate in the world...'
Inquire RE: availability
MINIMUM of 3 days notice prior to rental is required.
Smoking allowed OUTDOORS ONLY
No student groups. No loud parties.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer : Dryer is for the personal use of Casa del Bosque occupants only. Recommended that visitors use clothes lines whenever possible to avoid an energy use surcharge.
- Linens Provided
- Covered Parking : attached carport
- Beds
- Queen Bed : master bedroom
- Double Bed : guest bedroom
- Twin/Single Bed : Daybed in living room
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : Upon request for an additional charge and deposit.
- Shared Pool : (2.5m x 5m), shared between Casa del Bosque and Casa de las Orquídeas. Seating inside pool positioned so bathers can relax and look out at the superb vista.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio (2) : #1 Tiled and roofed, overlooks the Central Valley and the mountains below. #2 Small tiled deck off of master bedroom looking directly into the small patch of forest that begins less than 30ft/9meters away - a private place to enjoy your morning coffee and a good read.
- View/Location
- Mountain View : Splendid view of the Central Valley, mountains in the distance and a small patch of forest 30ft/9 meters to the west. 'Bench' built into pool so you can admire view while you relax.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet : 2Mbps, that is, it's fairly swift.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Sit at the pool, on your patio or in the house...connectivity anywhere on the property.
- Other Amenities
- Quiet, private, gated, adjacent to patch of protected forest, magnificent view of Central Valley and mountains beyond. Spider monkeys and sloths occasionally make their appearance in adjacent patch of forest. Toucans, parrots, oropendulas, mot mots and many other birds to watch from your patio.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : Casa Del Bosque (15B): 9" high splash threshold into large shower stall (large enough to accommodate a plastic patio chair, bather and assistant. Metal handholds on two sides of shower. Hand held shower head.
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations) : Wide walkways. Request link to photos. 3 1/2" high thresholds at front door and patio entries. Lawn and rock paths between house, pool and garden.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Mature renters. Children must be 12 or over. No loud parties are permitted.
- Smoking Not Allowed : Except on patio off master bedroom.
- Activities
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shopping
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Other Activities
- Bird watch from your patio.
Rate Details (In US Dollars, Euros.)
HIGH SEASON RATES - Nov. 19 - Feb. 29
1wk = $1015(7 days min) 2wks = $1275 3wks = $1460 1mo = $1600
+$50 non-refundable cleaning fee
*Payment by cashiers check, bank bill pay check or EFT. Contact us for options
*Rates are based on a maximum occupancy of 2 people.
*Inquire re: additional occupants.
LOW SEASON RATES - March 6 - November 18
1 wk = $890(7 days min) 2wks = $1115 3wks = $1275 1mo = $1400
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Tropical Breezes/Small Patch of Forest/Splendid Vista/Pool
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Atenas
The vacation rental is a scenic 25 minute drive from the main airport and within walking distance to the town of Atenas.
Atenas has at least four markets and a 'mercado' i.e a central market where fresh meat and vegetables are available six days a week. The 'Feria', a farmer's market, takes place on Friday mornings. Vendors offer everything from fresh papaya to tasty Costa Rican snacks.
Buses in and out of Atenas are cheap and a taxi will take you anywhere in Atenas for under $2.00 (800 to 1000 colones). (When we're in Atenas we usually walk to town to shop and use a taxi to carry us and our groceries back to the house.)
The Unique Benefits at this House
National Geographic's claim that Atenas has '...the best climate in the world...' could well be true. While visitors at the beaches swelter in the heat and humidity, the cool breezes of Atenas, particularly at the hillside location of this vacation rental, are a welcome and refreshing respite from the tropical heat.
Inquire RE: availability
MINIMUM of 3 days notice prior to rental is required.
Accompanying children must be 12 years or older.
No student groups. No loud parties.
Owner's Map of Atenas
In late 2006 we discovered the town of Atenas and knew immediately that this was where we would eventually like to retire. The town of Atenas is quiet and has most amenities; the inhabitants gracious; a spectacular view from the house and the airport convenient.
Property Photos
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- Casa del Bosque and patch of forest in background. - Atenas, Aljuela, Costa Rica House with Mountain View, Wildlife Viewing, Sightseeing close to Restaurants
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- Covered veranda, ceiling fan, tile floor, patch of forest behind. - Atenas, Aljuela, Costa Rica House with Mountain View, Wildlife Viewing, Sightseeing close to Restaurants
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- Casa del Bosque - dining area, kitchen beyond - Atenas, Aljuela, Costa Rica House with Mountain View, Wildlife Viewing, Sightseeing close to Restaurants
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- Casa del Bosque - view of forest and Central Valley below.
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- Daybed in living room
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- Guest bedroom - ceiling fan, tile floors.
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- Master bedroom - ceiling fan, entry onto private patio overlooking forest.
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- Shared pool - 2.5m x 1.5m (approx. 16.5 x 8 ft)
Traveler Reviews (4)
Guest: Daniel Coulombe
(Montr?al, Qu?bec)
Date of Stay: 03/05/10
Review Submitted: 03/05/10
Splendid site, beautiful landscape and very comfortable house with all the accessories in very good condition...we had the impression of being in our own house. We lived there for one month and we do not hesitate to recommand it to our best friends. We have a very good souvenir of our stay at Casa del Bosque. Jan.2010. Pierrette & Daniel Coulombe (birdwatchers), Montréal, Québec
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Guest: Jim Prechtl
(San Diego, CA)
Date of Stay: 01/04/10
Review Submitted: 01/04/10
We (2 couples) resided in Casa del Bosque for 10 days over the December 2009 holiday season. The home greatly exceeded our expectations--Spacious layout with bright high ceilings, large picture windows, charming décor and artwork, complete kitchen and infrastructure, and an uncompromising view of surrounding forest and valley below. Although many other homes in the Roca Verde community look down to neighboring large red roofs or power cables, this one’s view gave the feeling of a private sky ranch- nothing but sky, valley, Guanacaste trees, visiting birds and more. We enjoyed every patio breakfast with binoculars in hand; it was hard not to be late for our excursions to volcanoes, cloud forests and the coast. The sun rose from behind the patio cover and illuminated the garden and trees in front of us. I regret that I did not bring my digital recorder to capture the inspiring variety of enchanting bird and insect songs. In the evening we had a view of lights in the town below, and of a few shy little geckos that scurried along the exterior walls. The property manager was very accommodating. She answered an endless barrage of questions about Atenas and about more distant touristic points of interest. It was a special vacation, and it is hard to find a significant fault with the property. My brother-in-law is hoping to return and spend some time working on a manuscript—-the desk with that view plus wireless Internet would be all that he needs.
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Guest: Jim Norris
(Flowery Branch)
Date of Stay: 08/26/09
Review Submitted: 08/26/09
Great place. Has everything you would want except TV but who comes to this part of the world to watch TV anyway. Great owners. No problems. The view is fab. The frog showed up on the patio at night(see other comment). My wife and I were there for 2 weeks in Aug., 09. Highly recommend this rental.
Owner response:Casa Del Bosque now has cable TV!
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Guest: Marsha and Bill
(St. Petersburg, FL USA)
Date of Stay: 06/05/09
Review Submitted: 06/05/09
My husband and I have just returned from our recent stay at Casa del Bosque - 15B. We loved it! We were traveling with another couple and we were all very comfortable. The house is bright with a well organized kitchen and spacious,handicapped accessible bathrooms. We especially enjoyed having our morning coffee on the terrace, listening to all the various birds and watching the butterflies in the lovely garden. Likewise, at night, we enjoyed our cocktails watching the twinkling lights on the hills and valleys around us. The picture on the web site does not depict the loveliness and serenity of the view. And a special treat is meeting "Newton the Frog". You will just have to visit yourself to understand this statement. If we visit Costa Rica in the future, Casa del Bosque will certainly be on the itinerary. It is a great home base for day tripping. After tackling the Costa Rican roads, how wonderful it was to return to our relaxing "home". Marsha and Bill 6/5/09
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